HC Deb 28 November 1950 vol 481 cc943-4
48. Mr. C. S. Taylor

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether his regulations enable members of the British Diplomatic Corps serving abroad to purchase British cars for their own use free of Purchase Tax.

Mr. Gaitskell

Yes, Sir. Members of the Diplomatic Corps serving abroad are in the same position in this matter as any other British citizen living abroad.

Mr. Taylor

In view of that, will the Chancellor do his best to discourage individuals serving with the Diplomatic Corps from using American cars?

Mr. Gaitskell

I am not aware that they are using American cars to any extent, but, if the hon. Member will give the figures, I will look into them.